Escape Into the Wild Without Sacrificing Creature Comforts

According to Grand
View Research, the market will reach nearly $6 billion by 2030.

Anne Howard,

co-author of the travel website Honeytrek.com and the glamping book Comfortably Wild, says sleeping outdoors
in style has been around for centuries, dating as far back as African safaris
and the lavish tented camps of the Ottoman Empire. “Glamping is so much more
than a place to lay your head,” Ms. Howard says. She mentions adventures like
birdwatching, harvesting produce, and cliff diving from a beach-hut balcony
complete the total glamping experience.

“See it as an
opportunity to slow down, look around, and connect with your surroundings—both
family and forest,” adds co-author and partner
Mike Howard.

Whether one prefers
to rest in a decorated tent, vintage Airstream, refined treehouse, or
futuristic geodesic dome, these U.S. glamping destinations allow travelers to
escape into the wild without sacrificing creature comforts.

Eastwind
Hotel & Bar, New York

Situated in Windham—one of the oldest towns in
the Catskill region of upstate New York—this chic hotel features 26
pet-friendly glamping accommodations. The thoughtful design pays tribute to its
storied past as a bunkhouse for hunters and fly fishermen, while lacing in
Scandinavian-inspired details throughout the property. Guests glamp in Lushna
cabins and suites, complete with Frette sheets, Faribault wool blankets,
Pendleton robes, outdoor showers, firepits, and decks showcasing the sweeping
mountain vistas. Eastwind’s lounge is the place to quaff seasonal libations,
wine, and beer, alongside charcuterie, cheese boards, and bar snacks.
Meanwhile, breakfast consists of eggs, freshly baked bread with honey and jam,
granola, and fresh fruit. Beyond relaxation, guests can choose from activities
like foraging walks, candle making, and vinyasa yoga with a view.

From $279 to $639 per night

The
Ranch at Rock Creek, Montana

Take a breather and soak in the outdoor
environment in western Montana. Luxury abounds at this sustainable Relais &
Châteaux property on the outskirts of Philipsburg, a charming 19th-century
mining town in the Rocky Mountains. Set on 6,600 acres, The Ranch at Rock Creek
offers rustic-chic cabins among the wilderness, with Rock Creek flowing through
the estate. A 2,000-square-foot spa invites guests to pamper with a creekside
massage, hydration wrap, and other therapeutic treatments. Adventurous guests
can partake in hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing, and more outdoor
activities on site. Meanwhile, on the culinary side, the property serves farm-
and ranch-to-table cuisine: Think barbecue ribs, Montana beef tenderloin, cornbread,
and fruit cobbler. The Ranch at Rock Creek is the only five-star guest ranch in
Montana and the first globally to receive the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star
Award.

From
$2,500 to $8,200 per night, all inclusive of food, drink, and activities

Depot
Lodge, Virginia

The late
John A. Mulheren
and his wife, Nancy,
renovated the train station, general store, and other early 20th-century
structures in Paint Bank, turning the sleepy Virginia village into a glamping
hotspot. “This property has transformed a forgotten early 20th-century
whistle-stop town into a vibrant destination rich with character,” Ms. Howard
says. “You can stay in the original 1909 train station, Norfolk and Western
Railway caboose, prospector tent with a private pond, and more unique
accommodations that connect you with both nature and history. Not to mention,
it’s just an incredibly thoughtful place—from decorating with local antiques to
delivering fresh pastries to your tent each morning.” The Swinging Bridge
Restaurant sits a skip away from the lodge and serves buffalo steaks, mountain
rainbow trout, and other home-cooked meals for lunch and dinner. About 10
minutes from Potts Creek and close to the West Virginia border, Paint Bank is
also a hunting and fishing haven, with two entrances to the Appalachian trail
only about 20 miles from the property.

From
$129 to $299 per night

Treehouse
Utopia, Texas

The Sabinal River weaves through Utopia, a
tiny town in the Texas Hill Country River Region. Tucked among ancient
cypresses is Treehouse Utopia, a bed and breakfast featuring four impeccably
crafted treehouses curated by co-owner
Laurel Waters,
who is also the chef and
owner of The Laurel Tree, a destination restaurant less than two miles from the
property. Treehouse accommodations offer cozy seating, kitchenettes equipped
with mini-fridges and Keurig coffee makers, high-speed internet, and other
modern conveniences. A peaceful escape about 90 minutes from San Antonio,
Utopia is one of the Lone Star State’s best birding destinations and is within
a drive of the scenic Lost Maples State Natural Area, Garner State Park, and
Lost Maples Winery.

From
$475 to $525 per night

Klarhet,
Minnesota

Experience a geodesic dome under the stars at
Klarhet, which translates to “clarity” in Swedish, the feeling that Kirk and

Nicole Leand
aspired to capture when they purchased the Minnesota plot in 2020.
The eco-conscious property in Lutsen—one of the state’s prime ski areas—is set
in a 25-acre regenerative food forest on the North Shore of Lake Superior,
allowing excellent access to all that the region offers, including a
half-mile-long Alpine slide and Poplar River Falls. At Klarhet, four
distinctive glamping domes harmonize with the surrounding environment, boasting
luxury perks like Turkish cotton bathrobes, rain showers, eco-friendly bath
products, sustainably sourced bedding, and complimentary yoga mats. For
gastronomes, the property is home to a teaching kitchen that hosts five-star,
farm-to-table tastings reflecting Klarhet’s regenerative farming and gardening
practices.

From
$225 to $500 per night

The Vintages
Trailer Resort, Oregon

This retro-inspired glamping site is centrally
located in the Willamette Valley, a fruitful slice of Oregon stretching from
Portland to Eugene that is also one of the world’s premier wine regions.
Positioned in the town of Dayton, the 36 restored trailers range from
Airstreams to Neutrons to a 1956 Spartan Royal Mansion, complete with plush
bedding, luxury bath amenities, outside grills and dinnerware, and a set of
cruiser bikes to cycle through the countryside. A seasonal pool, communal
fireside area, and clubhouse promise spots to socialize, and a general store
stocks edibles and beverages. About seven miles from the property, Miller Woods
is an excellent hiking spot just outside McMinnville, the valley’s hub and home
of top-tier dining choices and wine-tasting rooms. The Vintages’ wine-loving
guests can purchase a “Tasting Passport,” to take advantage of special offers
and sip their way through the Willamette Valley.

From $95 to $550 per night

This article originally appeared in the July issue of Mansion Global Experience Luxury.